CHAPTER 54: CHAPTER 54: CHOICE

Cyan Dragon City Center

The square, which should have been bustling, was at this moment as if someone had pressed the pause button, with almost everyone’s gaze fixed on the sole middle-aged man who could still maintain a smile.

After a while, the sound of someone inhaling could be heard.

Shengshi Drunkard looked at Proud Lord with a solemn expression and said:

"Are you serious?"

No one could have imagined at this moment that Proud Lord would jump out to make this decision.

Not even Lin Yi, who was directly involved.

Facing Shengshi Drunkard’s question, Proud Lord still smiled and said:

"What I say represents Proud Sanctuary, beyond any doubt."

Handsome Beyond Compare snapped out of his shock and looked at Lord with a hint of self-disdain, saying:

"I’m not as good as you."

Then Handsome Beyond Compare turned and left with the people from Famous Clan in a desolate manner.

Lin Yi suddenly shouted to Handsome Beyond Compare:

"Thanks!"

Handsome Beyond Compare looked back at Lin Yi, gave a bitter smile, and then left with his people.

At this point, it was pointless to say anything more.

Before leaving, Shengshi Drunkard glanced at Proud Lord,

"Impulsiveness is not a good habit, it’s not too late to turn back."

The people from Shengshi left with Shengshi Drunkard.

Luoshen Liunian walked to Lin Yi and said softly:

"Choose your position well, so you can go further. I’ll wait for your news."

Before Lin Yi could respond, Luoshen Liunian left with his people.

Now only the teams from Divine Hall and Proud Sanctuary remained, glaring at each other.

After a moment of stalemate, Divine Hall Madman said to Proud Lord,

"You’ll regret it."

Then he walked away without looking back.

Watching the group leave, Lin Yi finally asked Proud Lord:

"Can you tell me why you made this decision?"

Proud Lord:

"From the moment I decided to buy the guild establishment order, the fate of Proud Sanctuary was already sealed."

"The information I received is that during the guild siege battle, these three guilds will all make a move; they will not allow me to establish a base before them."

At this, Proud Lord revealed a sly smile,

"Since we’re on opposing sides anyway, why not take this opportunity to do you a favor?"

Looking at the man in front of him, who would later be called the "Maitreya Buddha".

Is it really as easy as he says?

Actually, everyone knew the truth, and Lin Yi didn’t expose it, instead saying:

"I’m not one to owe favors easily. In return, the first base will definitely belong to your Proud Sanctuary."

Proud Lord looked at Feng Hua in surprise.

He didn’t know where Feng Hua got the confidence to say that.

It should be noted that what they would face was not just the attacks from demons, but even more daunting would be the three guilds.

Given the foundations of these three major guilds, if they conspired, to be honest, Proud Lord had already given up hope for this base.

However, hearing Lin Yi’s words, Proud Lord somehow regained his fighting spirit,

"Then I’ll take your good word."

It wasn’t until Proud Lord also left with his people that Xia Haitang arrived late with a group of female players from Ice and Snow Illusion City.

Xia Haitang, also known as Mu Lingxue, came nervously to Zhang Xinying and said:

"Xinying, are you alright?"

Zhang Xinying shifted her gaze from Feng Hua and replied to Mu Lingxue:

"I’m fine, don’t worry."

After confirming Zhang Xinying was okay, Mu Lingxue sighed in relief,

"That’s good to hear."

At this moment, Mu Lingxue noticed Feng Hua on the side,

"I’ve heard about your situation, how is it, do you need my help?"

Lin Yi could naturally hear the politeness in Mu Lingxue’s words and smiled,

"No need, thank you."

Mu Lingxue wasn’t genuinely offering help since Feng Hua was now facing not just any small guild.

Not to mention old major guilds like Shengshi and Luoshen, where none could edge out the other,—even against Divine Hall, Ice and Snow Illusion City wouldn’t have even half a chance of winning.

Although Divine Hall Madman’s ways had long been criticized, Divine Hall’s strength had consistently ranked third among guilds.

Even if you might dislike him, you must admit their strength.

In comparison to such well-established guilds like Divine Hall, Ice and Snow Illusion City, primarily consisting of girls, was at a natural disadvantage.

Additionally, due to tight finances, Mu Lingxue did not want to stir up trouble during this critical phase of guild development.

After exchanging pleasantries with Lin Yi, Mu Lingxue was about to take Zhang Xinying and leave.

"Wait!"

Lin Yi suddenly stopped the two.

Under their puzzled gaze, Lin Yi said to Zhang Xinying:

"Add me as a friend, I have something to talk to you about later."

Mu Lingxue immediately shielded Zhang Xinying,

"What do you want?"

Lin Yi ignored Mu Lingxue and looked at Zhang Xinying.

At this moment, Zhang Xinying was hesitating in front of the friend request.

However, in the end, Zhang Xinying clicked confirm,

"Xue’Er, let’s go."

Mu Lingxue gave Lin Yi a strange look, then was pulled away by Zhang Xinying.

As a group of women left chattering away, Lin Yi stood there, entranced, watching the graceful silhouette slowly fade away.

It wasn’t until they disappeared from view that Lin Yi snapped back to reality.

Just then, Lin Yi suddenly spoke:

"Come out."

There was no movement around!

After a while, Lin Yi found it amusing and said:

"No need to look around, I’m talking about you."

In front of Lin Yi, a thief with a dumbfounded expression appeared.

Tiance looked in shock at this number one player in the game,

"When did you realize I was here?"

"When you arrived."

"Impossible!"

Tiance immediately denied it:

"Then tell me when I got here?"

Lin Yi pretended to think for a while and said:

"When the Shengshi people arrived."

Tiance’s face changed, looking at Lin Yi in shock,

"In such a noisy environment, you were still able to notice my presence... You’re just too abnormal!"

Tiance stared at Lin Yi as if looking at a monster,

"Tell me how you did it?"

Lin Yi chuckled and said:

"There’s something called extraordinary talent."

Tiance was impressed:

"Awesome!"

At this moment, there was an orange badge on Lin Yi:

[Werewolf Race Totem Mark]

Honor Badge

Holder: Feng Hua

Tier: Legend

Magic Attack: 20-30

Physical Attack: 20-30

Intelligence +15

Physical Strength +15

Power +15

Usage Level: 0

Additional Trait 1:

Wolfman’s Eye: Automatically identifies all concealed units within a 5×5 range.

Additional Trait 2:

Swift Shadow: Movement speed increased by 20%.

Additional Skill (Passive):

Totem Mark: In a team state, all members’ attack damage is increased by 10%.

Just then, Proud Lord, who had just left not long ago, sent a voice message:

"Someone has discovered the Lizard King BOSS at the Demonized Frenzied Lizard; the Divine Hall’s people have already taken people over. Do you want to go join in the fun?"

Lin Yi was stunned by this news, such a coincidence?

Then Lin Yi sent a voice request to Handsome Cool.

After a long while, Handsome Cool finally answered the call, but the first sentence was:

"Brother Feng, I’m sorry!"

In fact, Lin Yi had mixed feelings about Handsome Cool.

Initially, Lin Yi’s understanding of Handsome Cool came from forums discussing him as a rich second-generation kid.

But when he actually got to know him, Lin Yi discovered that he wasn’t as arrogant as a typical rich kid.

At least for Lin Yi, what Handsome Cool did for him went far beyond an ordinary friendship.

This was really surprising to Lin Yi.

As for his recent choice, honestly, Lin Yi didn’t take it to heart.

After all, for someone like him, there are too many things to consider.

Sometimes, a moment of passion doesn’t exactly mean bravery or loyalty; it might also be foolish valor.

Lin Yi acted as if nothing happened and said:

"Interested in watching a big show?"

Handsome Cool was first stunned, then thought of the information he just received,

"You’re talking about the Lizard King?"

"Correct!"

Lin Yi smiled and said:

"I’ve prepared a big gift for those three guilds. I hope they’ll like it when the time comes."

......

There was a slight delay with something, and the third Chapter is now complete.